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Lot Essay
Accompanied by a Rolex presentation box, product literature and outer packaging.
The present GMT-Master reference 1675 is an exceedingly rare example featuring the United Arab Emirates (UAE) crest and the Arabic text translated as “Ministry of Defense”. Earlier GMT-Master examples had the signature of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and frequently had rare all-blue bezel inserts.
Noteworthy on the dial is the "Quraysh Hawk", printed in different 'padded layers' that create a tri-dimensional effect. At the center of the hawk, the symbol of the United Arab Emirates, is a polychrome enamel Dhow or Arabian sailboat, which is replaced today by the UAE federation flag.
Its original dial stands out by the evenly discolored luminous material to numerals and hands, displaying a most charismatic cream-colored tone, all enhanced by the very crisp "Quraysh Hawk" crest and “Ministry of Defense” text in Arabic. The case is likewise preserved in very good overall condition and full case proportions.
The present watch was presented by the UAE government to the consignor, a gentleman from England, for his work leading an irrigation project. He received the watch in the original and extremely rare green Rolex box with UAE crest and with product literature, but, of course, without the original bill of sale since it was a gift.
The gentleman went on to wear the watch for some years and claims to have never had it serviced. Indeed, there are no service marks on the inside of the case back. Likewise, the watch has a small bit of metal on the bracelet, perhaps the result of metal falling on the watch while welding.
Of superb overall appeal and rarity, the present reference 1675 is a rare find for the aficionado of rare and military Rolex sports watches, particularly in this condition directly from the original owner and with the accompanying Rolex box with UAE crest.
The present GMT-Master reference 1675 is an exceedingly rare example featuring the United Arab Emirates (UAE) crest and the Arabic text translated as “Ministry of Defense”. Earlier GMT-Master examples had the signature of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and frequently had rare all-blue bezel inserts.
Noteworthy on the dial is the "Quraysh Hawk", printed in different 'padded layers' that create a tri-dimensional effect. At the center of the hawk, the symbol of the United Arab Emirates, is a polychrome enamel Dhow or Arabian sailboat, which is replaced today by the UAE federation flag.
Its original dial stands out by the evenly discolored luminous material to numerals and hands, displaying a most charismatic cream-colored tone, all enhanced by the very crisp "Quraysh Hawk" crest and “Ministry of Defense” text in Arabic. The case is likewise preserved in very good overall condition and full case proportions.
The present watch was presented by the UAE government to the consignor, a gentleman from England, for his work leading an irrigation project. He received the watch in the original and extremely rare green Rolex box with UAE crest and with product literature, but, of course, without the original bill of sale since it was a gift.
The gentleman went on to wear the watch for some years and claims to have never had it serviced. Indeed, there are no service marks on the inside of the case back. Likewise, the watch has a small bit of metal on the bracelet, perhaps the result of metal falling on the watch while welding.
Of superb overall appeal and rarity, the present reference 1675 is a rare find for the aficionado of rare and military Rolex sports watches, particularly in this condition directly from the original owner and with the accompanying Rolex box with UAE crest.